Who has taken the most wickets in Test cricket?


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🏏 The cricketer with the most wickets in Test cricket is Muttiah Muralitharan of Sri Lanka.

Muttiah Muralitharan's Test Records:

  • Total Wickets: 800

  • Matches Played: 133

  • Bowling Average: 22.72

  • 5-Wicket Hauls: 67 (most in Test cricket)

  • 10-Wicket Hauls: 22

Why is His Record Remarkable?

  • Muralitharan's unique off-spin bowling and extraordinary control made him a nightmare for batsmen.

  • He holds the record for the most wickets in both Test and ODI cricket.

  • His longevity and consistency over his 18-year career (1992–2010) are legendary.

Second on the list is Shane Warne of Australia, with 708 wickets. However, Muralitharan's record of 800 wickets stands unparalleled!